FROM THE DESK OF REV NIHAL FERNANDO
Dearly Beloved in Christ,,
God’s Word and Our Responsibility to Creation
Across our world, we are witnessing the painful effects of a changing
climate—melting glaciers in Nepal, devastating floods, prolonged
droughts in Sri Lanka, and increasingly unbearable temperatures and
weather conditions. These are not merely environmental concerns; they
are a spiritual challenge that calls us to reflect on our relationship with
God, with one another, and with His creation.
May God give us wisdom to protect what He has entrusted to us,
compassion for those who suffer, and courage to become faithful stewards
of His beautiful creation
The Bible reminds us, “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.”
(Psalm 24: 1). Creation is not ours to exploit but a precious gift entrusted
to our care. From the beginning, God placed humanity in the garden “to
work it and take care of it” (Genesis 2: 15). Caring for the earth is therefore
part of our Christian calling.
As stewards of God’s creation, we are called to live responsibly, reduce
waste, protect our natural resources, and show greater respect for the
environment. Our small acts of care—saving water, planting trees,
reducing unnecessary consumption, and protecting the beauty of
creation—can become expressions of our faith.
Let us also remember those who suffer most from floods, droughts, rising
temperatures and displacement. May our response be one of compassion
and action. As Pope Francis reminds us, “The climate is a common good,
belonging to all and meant for all.”
May God give us wisdom to protect what He has entrusted to us,
compassion for those who suffer, and courage to become faithful stewards
of His beautiful creation. Let us care for the earth not simply because it is
our home, but because it belongs to God
Yours in Christ,
